Open Source ownCloud Alternatives for Linux

There are many alternatives to ownCloud for Linux if you are looking for a replacement. The best open source Linux alternative is Nextcloud. If that doesn't suit you, our users have ranked more than 100 alternatives to ownCloud and loads of them are open source and available for Linux so hopefully you can find a suitable replacement. Other interesting open source Linux alternatives to ownCloud are Filen, Seafile, YunoHost and kDrive.

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ownCloud alternatives are mainly Cloud Storage Services, but if you're looking for File Sync Tools or File Managers you can filter on that. Other popular filters include Windows, Open Source and Self-Hosted. You can also filter by region, for example EU-based alternatives if you prefer software developed in the European Union. These are just examples - use the filter bar below to find more specific alternatives to ownCloud.
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  1. Nextcloud icon

    Nextcloud

     1233 likes

    On-premises solution offering file sync, universal data access and collaboration through Nextcloud Files, Talk, and Groupware. Ensures secure, controlled data storage for enterprise with powerful privacy tools including encryption, fine-grained access, and a bug bounty.

    180 Nextcloud alternatives

    Cost / License

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • HUAWEI AppGallery
    • iPad
    • Self-Hosted
    • Snapcraft
    • Flathub
    • F-Droid
    • Raspberry Pi
    • Cloudron
    • Docker Hub
    Simple and powerful file sync & share
     
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    Nextcloud vs ownCloud Comments
    Top Positive Comment
    jancborchardt
    17

    It’s a community-fork of ownCloud with all components being open source. :)

    Top Negative Comment
    Guest
    -2

    Server doesn't run on Windows

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    Guest
    Positive
    1

    Free and auto install setup

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    3 of 10 comments
    • Nextcloud is Free and Open SourceownCloud is Freemium and Open Source
    • Nextcloud is Privacy focused, Security-focused, Customizable and DecentralizedownCloud is not according to our users
  2. Filen icon

    Filen

     161 likes

    Filen is a cutting-edge cloud storage provider that offers client-side, end-to-end, zero-knowledge encryption. Headquartered and operated entirely in Germany, Filen is at the forefront of combining comprehensive features with uncompromising privacy and security.

    80 Filen alternatives

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    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Debian
    • AppImage
    • Fedora
    Filen screenshot 1
     
  4. Seafile icon

    Seafile

     197 likes

    Open source cloud platform for organizations with self-hosting, device file synchronization, sharing, versioning, secure encrypted storage, admin controls, web access, audit logging, and support for desktop and mobile clients for secure collaboration.

    135 Seafile alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Open Source

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    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Self-Hosted
    • Software as a Service (SaaS)
    Seafile screenshot 1
     
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    Seafile vs ownCloud Comments
    brianlacy
    Negative
    -1

    OwnCloud is groupware. Seafile is a file-sync storage solution. Just because they have overlapping functionality, does NOT make them interchangeable.

    Guest
    Negative
    -1

    OwnCloud is groupware. Seafile is a file-sync storage solution. Just because they have overlapping functionality, does NOT make them interchangeable.

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    Guest
    Positive
    0

    It is similar to ownCloud in that it's self-hosted. Does not have apps such as Calendar, and is not compatible with the Federated Cloud sharing (ownCloud+Nextcloud+Pydio)

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    3 of 4 comments
    • Seafile is Freemium and Open SourceownCloud is also Freemium and Open Source
    • Seafile is Privacy focusedownCloud is not according to our users
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    Filen

    Filen is a cutting-edge cloud storage provider that offers client-side, end-to-end, zero-knowledge encryption. Headquartered and operated entirely in Germany, Filen is at the forefront of combining comprehensive features with unc...

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    YunoHost

     147 likes

    YunoHost is a Debian GNU/Linux based distribution packaged with free software that automates the installation of a personal web server. The purpose of YunoHost is to allow users to easily host their own web services by enabling a simple point-and-click web interface for...

    39 YunoHost alternatives

    Cost / License

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Linux
    • Self-Hosted
    • Debian
    YunoHost screenshot 1
     
  8. kDrive icon

    kDrive

     76 likes

    kDrive is a Swiss online storage service that respects its users' privacy and makes storing, sharing & collaborating on files a breeze.

    56 kDrive alternatives

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    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • F-Droid
    kDrive screenshot 1
     
  9. Cozy Cloud icon

    Cozy Cloud

     135 likes

    Cozy makes the personal cloud more accessible. Respectful of the user's privacy, Cozy simplifies daily tasks: synchronize and backup photos, automate bills downloading, manage expenses, etc. Flexible and easy to use, their Open Source platform allows users to create and...

    87 Cozy Cloud alternatives

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    Alerts

    • Discontinued

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Self-Hosted
    • Go (Programming Language)
    Automate the synchronisation of your files on your PC with your Cozy.
     
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    Discontinued

    Cozy Cloud has now joined Twake icon Twake.

    Cozy Cloud vs ownCloud Comments
    Guest
    Positive
    1

    with cozy you can sync more than just files. like contacts and calendars which is more important to me than file sharing.

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    brianlacy
    Positive
    0

    Although tailored for families, it offers many of the same features as a typical groupware solution like OwnCloud -- calendaring, group messaging, sharing of files & content, etc.

    • Cozy Cloud is Freemium and Open SourceownCloud is also Freemium and Open Source
    • Cozy Cloud is Privacy focusedownCloud is not according to our users
  10. IPFS icon

    IPFS

     177 likes

    IPFS is a global, versioned, peer-to-peer filesystem. It combines ideas from Git, BitTorrent, Kademlia, SFS, and the web. It is like a single bittorrent swarm, exchanging git objects. IPFS provides an interface as simple as the HTTP web, but with permanence built in.

    70 IPFS alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • BSD
    • Self-Hosted
    • Firefox
    IPFS screenshot 1
     
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    IPFS vs ownCloud Comments
    Guest
    Negative
    -2

    OwnCloud is groupware. IPFS is a file-sync storage solution. Just because they have overlapping functionality, does NOT make them interchangeable.

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    • IPFS is Free and Open SourceownCloud is Freemium and Open Source
    • IPFS is DecentralizedownCloud is not according to our users
  11. Pydio icon

    Pydio

     131 likes

    Pydio is the mature alternative to Dropbox and Box.com, to build your own box, on your own servers.

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    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • Self-Hosted
    Secure login
     
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    Pydio vs ownCloud Comments
    Guest
    Negative
    -2

    OwnCloud is groupware. Pydio is a file-sync storage solution. Just because they have overlapping functionality, does NOT make them interchangeable.

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    • Pydio is Freemium and Open SourceownCloud is also Freemium and Open Source
  12. Sync-in icon

    Sync-in

     21 likes

    Sync-in is a secure, open-source platform for file storage, synchronization, and team collaboration — designed to give organizations full control over their data and workflows, while remaining flexible enough for individual needs.

    72 Sync-in alternatives

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    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Self-Hosted
    • Cloudron
    • Docker
    • Docker Hub
    • npm
    • YunoHost
    Sync-in screenshot 1
     
  13. copyparty icon

    copyparty

     15 likes

    Portable file server with accelerated resumable uploads, dedup, WebDAV, FTP, TFTP, zeroconf, media indexer, thumbnails++ all in one file, no deps.

    74 copyparty alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source (MIT)

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    • Mac
    • Windows
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    • Android
    • Self-Hosted
    • Python
    • FreeBSD
    • Raspberry Pi
    • Docker
    • Termux
    The browser
     
  14. SparkleShare icon

    SparkleShare

     110 likes

    SparkleShare is a Free Open Source syncing tool. Its light, secure and easy to use. SparkleShare allows you to setup your own servers so you always keep control on your data.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application type

    Alerts

    • Discontinued

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Self-Hosted
    SparkleShare screenshot 1
     
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    Discontinued

    The developer dropped this project.https://github.com/hbons/SparkleShare/issues/2006

    SparkleShare vs ownCloud Comments
    Guest
    Negative
    0

    OwnCloud is groupware. SparkleShare is a file-sync storage solution. Just because they have overlapping functionality, does NOT make them interchangeable.

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    • SparkleShare is Free and Open SourceownCloud is Freemium and Open Source
  15. Peergos icon

    Peergos

     19 likes

    Peergos is a secure and private online space where you can store, share and view your photos, videos, music and documents.

    Cost / License

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    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Self-Hosted
    • Java
    Thumbnails are created upon upload. Filesystem can be mounted via FUSE and a command line interface also exists.
     
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